Mexican Vegetarian

Beans, corn, and tortillas, plus the bright flavors of fresh and dried chiles, cilantro, and limes, and the richness of cheese and avocado make these Mexican and Tex-Mex vegetarian recipes easy to love. Find recipes for a hearty array of vegetarian burritos, tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, frittatas, and much more.

Season slabs of portobello mushrooms, zucchini, and red onion with oregano and roast until browned and tender. To assemble these satisfying vegetarian tacos, fold the roasted vegetables into corn tortillas with shredded Monterey Jack cheese and fresh salsa.

Wrap Monterey Jack, queso fresco, or a combination of cheeses in corn tortillas, and bake in your choice of three sauces -- tomato-jalapeno, tomatillo, or chile-raisin. Serve the enchilada casserole with an assortment of garnishes, such as diced red onion, avocado, cilantro, and sour cream.

Grill zucchini, portobello mushrooms, and scallions to top these colorful tostadas. Brush flour tortillas with olive oil and brown them on the grill before topping with the grilled vegetables, feta cheese, and fresh salsa.

Inspired by the classic Spanish "tortilla," this egg dish combines thinly sliced potatoes with tomatoes, garlic, and pepper Jack cheese. Top each serving with a fresh salsa of tomatoes, scallions, cilantro, and lime juice.

Blend fresh cilantro, toasted pepitas (green pumpkin seeds), and lime juice to make a zesty pesto. Roll up the pesto with Monterey Jack cheese in corn tortillas; fry them in peanut oil to a crispy, golden finish.

These colorful burritos are stuffed with frozen cooked winter squash, frozen spinach, canned black beans, and bottled salsa. With a little advance planning, you can keep all the ingredients on hand to make these anytime!

This bright and healthy taco salad begins with a bed of romaine lettuce and baked tortilla chips. Heat pinto beans, frozen corn, and salsa in the microwave; stir in scallions, avocado, and tomato to mound on top.

Pile tortilla chips with refried beans, Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses, pickled and fresh jalapenos, and black olives, and bake on an ovenproof platter. These deluxe nachos will be a hit for game-day parties or movie nights at home.

Roll up Monterey Jack cheese, chopped tomatoes, and black beans in corn tortillas, then brush with olive oil before baking to make them deliciously crisp. Serve these as an appetizer for any casual gathering, or simply as an afternoon snack.

To make these colorful vegetarian tostadas, top flour tortillas with black beans, grape tomatoes, minced jalapeno, and Monterey Jack cheese, and bake in a hot oven until the tortillas are golden and crisp. Top each tostada with corn-scallion relish and diced avocado just before serving.

In this version of a favorite Tex-Mex breakfast dish, "migas," onion, poblano chile, and diced tomatoes are sauteed and then scrambled with eggs, pan-fried corn tortilla strips, and cheddar cheese. Serve with salsa, hot sauce, and sour cream if you like.

Combine smoky grilled jalapenos and corn with cilantro, lime juice, scallions, and cheddar cheese to make the topping for these dressed-up nachos. Spoon the topping onto chili-lime tortilla chips and give them a quick trip under the broiler just before serving.

Fold garlicky sauteed zucchini, corn, cilantro, and grated pepper Jack cheese into flour tortillas and bake until browned and crisp. These quesadillas are also wonderful with the addition of black beans or soy chorizo.

This colorful frittata is made with sauteed red bell peppers and red onion, along with a generous portion of shredded cheddar cheese. Serve for brunch or dinner with an easy vinaigrette-dressed green salad.

To make the tasty filling for these vegetarian burritos, season sauteed onions, garlic, and jalapeno with cumin and tomato paste, then stir into pinto beans and corn. Roll up the mixture in flour tortillas with rice and Monterey Jack cheese, and wrap each burrito tightly in foil to freeze for quick, nutritious meals any time.

The garlicky tomato sauce for this tortilla, egg, and cheese casserole is thickened with a little bit of flour and enriched with half-and-half. The whole family will enjoy this satisfying dish for brunch or dinner.

Ripe mango, red onion, and fresh jalapeno add color and kick to these goat cheese quesadillas. Serve as a quick and easy appetizer or pair with a black bean, corn, and tomato salad to make a complete meal.